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Alaskan Bear Encounter by Land & Sea

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Ketchikan, USA

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The Neets Bay Bear Observatory is closed to the general public and accessible only by permit. As the exclusive permit holder, our guests enjoy a rare opportunity to visit one of Southeast Alaska's premier bear viewing locations—an experience available to very few visitors each year.

Observe wild black bears in their natural habitat from a safe viewing platform as they forage along salmon streams and the shoreline. Located in the remote wilderness of Neets Bay, this unforgettable wildlife experience offers exceptional opportunities for bear viewing, photography, and witnessing Alaska's incredible natural beauty up close.

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    131 Front Street
    Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

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    Ketchikan

    You will enjoy a fully narrated coach tour from downtown Ketchikan (or Ward Cove dependent upon your ship) to Clover Pass Lodge, the oldest operating fishing lodge in the state of Alaska.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Clover Pass Resort

    Upon arrival you will board our comfortable boat, fully enclosed and meet your Captain and crew. You'll be whisked away into the wilderness for a one hour exploration of the wild and wonderful Tongass National Forest, all from the comfort of your boat.
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    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ketchikan

    Our destination is Neets Bay Bear Observatory. We will arrive at the mouth of a salmon spawning stream and then enjoy a walk through the incredible forest, fully guided.You'll then arrive at the observatory where we will stay on the lookout for bears feeding in the stream. While we do see bears 99% of the time, WILDLIFE IS NEVER Guaranteed.You'll spend 30 minutes quietly observing these magnificent creatures before we make our way back to the boat.
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ketchikan

    Fully narrated boat tour return to Clover Pass Lodge
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Ketchikan

    Fully narrated coach return to downtown Ketchikan
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Children under 5 are not recommended for this tour

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Alaskan Bear Encounter by Land & Sea?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-295647P3

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    Average 4.81 out of 5 stars based on 99 traveler reviews collected by Cool Alaska and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Children under 5 are not recommended for this tour
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers

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